A Southern celebration of horse racing, quality bourbon and craft beer, the inaugural Frontstretch Fest has announced Team Red, White & Blue as its 2015 charity partner. A nonprofit organization focused on veteran reintegration, Team RWB works to enrich the lives of America’s veterans by connecting them to their community through physical and social activities.

Frontstretch Fest, which will feature artisanal food, hand-rolled cigars, live music, interactive entertainment and more, will kick off as the official infield affair of the 64th annual Stoneybrook Steeplechase at Carolina Horse Park in Raeford, N.C., 80 miles south of Raleigh, on Saturday, April 4, 2015 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Then, during the 141st running of the world’s most famous horse race on May 2, 2015, Frontstretch Fest will serve as the world’s largest Derby viewing party at the Nashville Farmers’ Market in Nashville, Tenn., from 1-6 p.m.

In conjunction with the Team RWB partnership and to thank members of our armed forces, Frontstretch Fest attendees can present their military IDs in exchange for five extra food and drink tokens. “Team RWB is excited to be a part of the inaugural Frontstretch Fest,” says Team RWB Mid-Atlantic Regional Director Brennan Mullaney. “This Southern celebration is also a celebration of community. Team RWB is proud to be connecting veterans to communities across the country through social events like Frontstretch Fest, and we encourage everyone to join our Team and get involved with the local RWB Chapter.”

Frontstretch Fest is raising money for Team RWB in three different ways: by collecting donations at online ticket checkout through Etix.com, by donating $2 for every room night booked through their website, and by accepting donations at the Team RWB onsite vendor booth. Donations can also be made anytime at teamrwb.org/donate-today.

About Team Red, White & Blue
Team Red, White and Blue (Team RWB) is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with headquarters in Chicago, IL. Team RWB’s mission is to enrich the lives of America’s veterans by connecting them to their community through physical and social activities. Founded in 2010, Team RWB is bringing veterans, their families, and American citizens together through authentic social interaction, community physical fitness and shared experiences in over 125 communities across the globe. To learn more about Team Red, White & Blue and how you can help, visit www.teamrwb.org.

About Frontstretch Fest
Frontstretch Fest is a unique festival series celebrating Southern culture and the time-honored tradition of horse racing. With a mission to build community and boost tourism within festival cities while complementing popular horse racing events, the festival series will capitalize on Southern enchantment by providing a space where quality bourbon, craft beer, comfort cuisine and a celebration of the renowned equine sport embody the spirit of the South and create an authentic Southern experience. For more information, visit frontstretchfest.com.